PQ 35
34 Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Finance why, out of 57 convictions for the smuggling of cigarettes into this country, only six custodial sentences were imposed and 15 were suspended; and if he will introduce legislation which will ensure a statutory length of time, such as five years in prison, for the illegal smuggling of cigarettes into our country. [14380/12]
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34 Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Finance why, out of 57 convictions for the smuggling of cigarettes into this country, only six custodial sentences were imposed and 15 were suspended; and if he will introduce legislation which will ensure a statutory length of time, such as five years in prison, for the illegal smuggling of cigarettes into our country. [14380/12]
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Illicit Trade in Tobacco
Illicit Trade in Tobacco
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